What is Google Maps Platform?
Google Maps Platform provides APIs for maps, location data, and route planning. Developers can integrate Google Maps into web and mobile applications and use geocoding, route calculation, and Places search. The platform is based on the same data as Google Maps.
Core Features
- Interactive maps for web and mobile
- Geocoding: convert addresses to coordinates and vice versa
- Directions API for route planning with different transportation modes
- Places API for searching locations and businesses
- Distance Matrix for distances between multiple points
- Street View for 360-degree street views
Typical Use Cases
E-Commerce and Delivery: Address validation for orders, delivery route optimization, and tracking maps for customers.
Real Estate Portals: Map-based property search with integration of surrounding information such as schools, public transit, and shopping.
Fleet Management: Real-time tracking of vehicles, optimized tour planning, and ETA calculations.
Benefits
- Current, global map data
- $200 monthly credit
- Extensive documentation and SDKs
- Familiar map interface for users
Integration with innFactory
As a Google Cloud Partner, innFactory supports you with Google Maps Platform: API integration, cost optimization, and development of map-based applications.
Available Tiers & Options
Standard
- $200 monthly credit
- All APIs available
- Extensive documentation
- Costs at high volume
Typical Use Cases
Technical Specifications
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Google Maps Platform cost?
Each month there is $200 credit free. Beyond that, APIs are billed based on usage. Maps calls, geocoding, and routing have different prices.
Which APIs are included in Google Maps Platform?
Maps JavaScript API, Static Maps, Street View, Geocoding, Directions, Distance Matrix, Places, Roads, and Geolocation APIs are the main components.
Can I integrate Google Maps into commercial products?
Yes, Google Maps Platform is designed for commercial use. The terms of service allow integration into your own products and services.
How does Google Maps differ from OSM-based solutions?
Google Maps offers current, detailed map data with regular updates, Places data, and integrated services. OSM is free but requires your own infrastructure and data maintenance.
